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Brian J. Blaha

Brian Blaha Obituary

Blaha, Brian J. Asleep in Jesus, Tuesday, July 10, 2007. Dearest son of Michael and Jean Blaha; dear brother of Karen Blaha; dear grandson of Ann and the late Robert Blaha, Mabel and Peter Solverson; our dear nephew, cousin and friend. Services: Brian in state at Good Shephard Lutheran Church, 327 Woodsmill Rd., 63011, Saturday, July 14 at 12 noon until time of service at 1 p.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the Blaha family suggests memorial contributions to the Brian Blaha Scholarship Fund. Scholarship donations may be sent to UMR, 212 Parker Hill, Rolla, MO 65409. Brian was working on his Doctoral Degree in Computer Engineering. Brian was Number 1 in Math and Science at Parkway Central, National finalist at American Chemical Society, 1999 competition. He was also a Viola player at the University of Missouri-Rolla. KUTIS AFFTON SERVICE.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Jul. 12 to Jul. 14, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Brian Blaha

20 Entries

Mike and Marilyn Effinger

July 17, 2007

Dear Mike and Jean,

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are wih you. May your precious memories of Brian bring you comfort.

We kmow you were so proud of Brian's accomplishments in his short life. He touched many people. He will be missed.

Please know we are here for you any time. We will be in touch soon.

Love & Prayers,
Mike & Marilyn Effinger & Family

Joan & Keith Sr. Standley

July 15, 2007

To the family of Brian j. Blaha
We wish to express our sympathy for the lost of your son & brother Brian.

Ingrid Monson

July 15, 2007

Dear Jean and Mike,
I am in Mali this summer, but heard from my mother about Brian. I am so sorry that this has happened. My heart goes out to you and Karen,

best regards, Ingrid

James Keegan

July 14, 2007

Dear Mike:

There are never words powerful enough to reduce a friend's pain, but I wish there were. I am thinking of you. Call or email if you want to talk.

Jim

Bill & Judy Premerlani

July 14, 2007

Dear Mike, Jeanne, and Karen,
We are so sorry for your dreadful loss and pain. The world is lessened by the passing of your wonderful son. Brian will be forever dear in our hearts and clear in our thoughts.

Doug Stenslokken

July 13, 2007

Dear Jean, Mike and Karen,

My wife Patti and I are saddened to hear the news of Brian's passing. We pray for strength and peace to you from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Brian was an intelligent young man with a bright future. We all suffer his passing when considering the wonderful gifts that God bestowed upon him.

Peace be with you!
Doug, Patti, Brent, Bryan & Brittany Stenslokken
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Dennis Fitzgerald

July 13, 2007

Mike, I am sorry to hear of your son's passing. I can not imagine how hard this must be. I wish you and your family well. I am sorry I will not be able to attend the service this weekend - I am traveling in Chicago on work. My deepest regards,

Emil Krueger

July 13, 2007

Dear Mike,

I read of your son's death. From what I read, he was as smart, if not smarter, than his Dad. What a terrible loss you have suffered! I hope your faith in God will help you deal with your grief. I will keep you, your family and your son in my prayers.

Your friend & fellow Griffin from the VHS Class of '71,

Emil Krueger

Bela Abodi

July 13, 2007

Dear Mike, Jeanne & Karen,

Steven and I would like to extend our deepest heartfelt condolences for the loss of Brian. Much too young to be with our lord. I did not know Brian personally but only of him as you talked about him lovingly and with pride. Brian knew he was loved because his family was always there during his life and illness. Your family should be comforted in knowing you did everything possible and that Brian had you all at his side right to the end. God bring peace to Brian and comfort you all during this difficult time.

Your friends Steven and Bela Abodi

Jill Wirts

July 13, 2007

Dear Brians Family,
He became very close to us at Barnes Jewish. He will be missed dearly. Especially his hawiian shirts. He left a memory to all of us and I think of his family and friends in my prayers.

Ruth Standley

July 12, 2007

Dear Jean, Mike and Karen,
You know we have no words to tell you how saddened we were to learn of Brian's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He put up a courageous fight until the end. Be proud of all that he accomplished in his short life and that you were responsible for the fine smart young man he was. Be comforted that he is now in God's loving care and is at peace, teaching the angels all about computer science. I remember our visit to St. Louis when he was a baby and teething. Jean you know I had my favorite pet name for him and I will always remember him as that happy baby boy. You know that we are here for you at any time.
Best friends forever.
Ruth, Keith, & Jonathan Standley

Maribeth Solverson

July 12, 2007

Dearest Jean, Karen, & Mike,
The pain of losing a loved one seems like an endless pit…especially when a parent loses a child…until we remember we will be together again…in the love and light of Our Lord and God. We need to bring forward the loving memories we hold. It can only heal. Nothing can replace the ability to hug Brian relaying your love to him and sharing your pride over his successes and potential; however, how fortunate you have been to love one another & to have shared your lives with each other and with your family. You’ve walked through good times and bad, holding hands…praying & raising your glasses toasting your efforts …held together by an unbreakable bond…your love for one another. I know that Brian must have truly appreciated the trust and love you shared with him. I know he felt your love for him…as only a deeply loved son can.
Now he has flown into the arms of Christ, and is praying for you as you move through this imperfect world. Another Special Angel that is hovering over you…like all who have gone before him…watching out…protecting you and your family.
We just had to write our thoughts down and share them with you in an attempt to give comfort and ease your pain. Please reach out to those who love you and let them help you through this impossibly difficult time. Grieving is THE most difficult emotion to process. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at any time. God bless you and your family. Love you..........Phil & Maribeth

Steve Ives

July 12, 2007

Dearest Jean, Mike & Karen
I have fond memories of Brian, going back over the years. Particularly remember how kind he was to our ailing father during a visit a few years ago . And recall a very attentive, and interested young man during a family reunion in Vernon county Wisc. He displayed an extraordinary thirst for knowledge, rare for such a young man. We are deeply sorry for your loss

Laura DeMoss

July 12, 2007

Dear Mike, Jeanne & Karen,
We are so saddened to learn of Brian's death and can't begin to express our sorrow for your family at the loss of one so beloved. Our family's thoughts and prayers are with all of you,
Sincerely,
Laura (Hill) & Mike DeMoss & family, Jenessa, Mark & David

Ryan Parish

July 12, 2007

Brian was one of the smartest people I ever met. His death is a great loss to all of us. We will miss him.

Ellen and Ingrid Monson

July 12, 2007

We are so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers our with you in this very difficult time.

Sandra Dickison

July 12, 2007

I had the privilege of meeting Brian at UMR thru my son.
My heart and prayers go out to his family at their tremendous loss.

Ann and Wallie Pott

July 12, 2007

Dear Jean, Mike and Karen,
You have our deepest sympathies-Brian was a very special person.

Alan Protzel

July 12, 2007

Joanie and I send our depest sympathies. We mourn your loss.

Ron/Chris/Lori Blaha

July 12, 2007

The Blaha family in TX is deeply saddened to learn that Brian has passed away. We loved him very much and wish we could have spent more time with him. He was a very special young man. An inspiration and a shining example of how far one could go in life when they applied themself. His sister Karen had such a good example to follow (as did my children).

I will never forget how good a pinocle player he was! Brian could keep track of cards played like no one else.

Love,

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